Laura in the Pink
Laura Bush Defends Gala in Time of War and Disaster
By ANNE E. KORNBLUT
Published: January 15, 2005
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 - With less than a week to go until her husband's second inauguration, Laura Bush on Friday defended the decision to hold the $40 million celebration as planned despite a war abroad and the tsunami disaster in the Indian Ocean.
http://www.nytimes.com/2005/01/15/politics/15laura.html
Bush inauguration comes with hefty price tag
Washington — It will take President George W. Bush less than a minute to take the oath of office next Thursday, but before the inaugural events are over some $40-million (U.S.) may be spent on parades, parties and pyrotechnics.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20050113.winaugcosts0113/BNStory/International/
Laura Bush insists the inauguration must go on
Though some call the event too extravagant for a troubled time, she upholds tradition
By JULIE MASON
Copyright 2005 Houston Chronicle Washington Bureau
WASHINGTON - First lady Laura Bush on Friday defended next week's extravagant, $40 million presidential inauguration, saying even in times of war and devastation, the nation's symbols and ceremonies should be honored.
http://www.chron.com/cs/CDA/ssistory.mpl/politics/2993189
